There’s nothing better than knowing you can take care of yourself mentally, financially, and physically. For most people, the physical part is just exercise. In today’s world, the importance and relevance has grown. Being able to protect yourself in all situations is a confidence booster as much as it is […]
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Mahomet Public Library hosts second annual Murder Mystery Fundraiser
A murder mystery fundraiser dinner supporting the Mahomet Public Library. When: Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 6pm Where: Farm Credit Illinois, 1100 Farm Credit Drive, Mahomet Included in your reservation price: pork, beef, sides, desserts, and adult beverages. (Meat and sides from Black Dog; macaroni and cheese will be available […]
Gov. Rauner announces appointments to Mahomet Aquifer Task Force
CHICAGO (December 20, 2017) — Gov. Bruce Rauner today made appointments to the Mahomet Aquifer Task Force, which has been charged with protection of the Mahomet Aquifer, a primary source of drinking water for 500,000 central Illinois residents. “People throughout central Illinois depend on the Mahomet Aquifer for drinking water,” […]
2017 Mahomet Parks and Recreation Turkey Trot Huge Success
No time, No Awards, Just Fun! This year, over 500 participants participated for the 5th annual event, the biggest turnout to date! On behalf of the Village of Mahomet’s Park and Recreation Department, we are thankful for the generosity of our event sponsors and participants for supporting this community event. […]
Sangamon Watershed Celebration to feature organizations, speakers and activities all about the Sangamon River from Champaign to Springfield
DECATUR – The 2017 Sangamon Watershed Celebration to be held at Richland Community College in Decatur on Saturday, November 4, will be a full day with family-friendly activities, educational speakers and exhibits, and music. The Agricultural Watershed Institute hosts this annual event to bring rural and urban people together for […]
Illinois EPA to Conduct Targeted Canvassing of Homes Following Potential Groundwater Impact from Natural Gas Leak Near Mahomet Aquifer: Water Samples to be Collected from Private Wells
SPRINGFIELD —Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director Alec Messina announced the Illinois EPA will begin canvassing homes in rural Mahomet on October 30, 2017. The canvassing is following reports of a natural gas leak from a well owned by Peoples Gas and located in the Manlove Field natural gas storage facility. […]
Illinois Attorney General files lawsuit agaist Peoples Gas
Chicago — Attorney General Lisa Madigan today filed a lawsuit against The Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company (Peoples Gas) over a natural gas leak that contaminated one of central Illinois’ largest fresh water sources, impacting nearby residents’ private wells. Madigan filed the complaint and motion for preliminary injunction order in […]
7 Must-Dos in Estate Planning
An estate plan legally ensures your family is taken care of and your financial goals are met after you’re gone. But the majority of Americans—including those with families—aren’t prepared. According to LexisNexis, 64 percent of people don’t have a will and 55 percent of individuals with children don’t either. Whether […]
Rose: Higher education system must adapt, or it will perish Rose/Rep. Brady’s Higher Education Strategic Centers of Excellence Plan is major overhaul of higher ed system
Springfield, IL – In response to Illinois’ growing problem of more and more students attending college outside of the state and several public universities seeing steep enrollment declines, State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) and State Rep. Dan Brady (R-Normal) will file the Higher Education Strategic Centers of Excellence Plan, legislation […]
Village to repair storm sewer on Eastwood Drive
The Village of Mahomet is scheduled to repair a storm sewer and replace two concrete street panel sections on Eastwood Drive near the Heritage Inn Motel at 801 E. Eastwood Drive the week of October 2, 2017. To complete this job safely and as efficiently as possible, the street To […]
